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Research on spinal cord injury

Research on spinal cord injury aims to understand how such injuries occur, restore lost functions, and develop effective treatments. Scientists study nerve damage, inflammation, and the body's healing processes to identify ways to repair or regenerate damaged nerve pathways. Advances include advanced imaging, stem cell therapies, and neural prosthetics, which could help regain mobility, sensation, or independence. While complete recovery remains challenging, ongoing research offers hope for improved therapies, better understanding of injury mechanisms, and potential future cures that may restore function or prevent permanent disability after spinal cord injuries.